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FB04 AZP

2004 BMW 5 Series

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,338 mi
Last recorded150,338 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2004 BMW 5 Series99,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB04 AZP
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 150,338 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 141,162 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 132,314 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 116,418 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 112,380 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 105,737 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 95,037 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 84,662 miles

front discs corroded on inner edge

rear tyres have slight wear on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2011 78,713 miles

cuts in n/s/f n/s/r tyre walls

front pads wearing low

Pass 12 Jul 2010 74,679 miles

Air bag light on

Cut in OSF tyre but does not expose cords

Fail 5 Jul 2010 74,676 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Air bag light on

Cut in OSF tyre but does not expose cords

Pass 12 Aug 2009 71,571 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 71,570 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 65,968 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 52,787 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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FB04 AZP is a 2004 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 99,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB04 AZP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FB04 AZP registered?

FB04 AZP is a 2004 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is FB04 AZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB04 AZP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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